Netflix has confirmed the release date for the highly anticipated third instalment of the Knives Out franchise, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. The film is set to premiere on December 12, 2025, and will feature Daniel Craig reprising his role as the iconic detective Benoit Blanc.
*Sneak Peek and Plot Speculation*
A 12-second teaser clip was released, showcasing a haunting church scene with a bell ringing eerily in the background. The caption accompanying the clip reads, “The wicked desire the stronghold of evildoers, but the root of the righteous endures,” sparking speculation among fans about the plot. Director Rian Johnson has hinted that the film’s title gives a glimpse into its direction, exploring the malleable nature of whodunnits.
*Star-Studded Cast*
The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including:
– *Main Cast*
– *Daniel Craig* as Benoit Blanc
– *Josh O’Connor*
– *Glenn Close*
– *Josh Brolin*
– *Mila Kunis*
– *Kerry Washington*
– *Andrew Scott*
– *Cailee Spaeny*
– *Daryl McCormack*
– *Thomas Haden Church*
– *Jeremy Renner*
*Production Status*
Filming is currently underway, with Rian Johnson confirming the start of production on X (formerly Twitter). The budget for the film is estimated to be between $30 and $50 million. Ram Bergman and Leopold Hughes are producers alongside Johnson, and Nathan Johnson will return as the composer.
*Franchise Success*
The Knives Out franchise has received critical acclaim, with the first film scoring 97% on Tomatometer and the sequel Glass Onion scoring 91%. Daniel Craig has expressed his willingness to continue playing Benoit Blanc as long as Rian Johnson keeps writing the scripts.
With the release date confirmed and filming in progress, fans can eagerly anticipate the next installment of the Knives Out series. Will Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery live up to the franchise’s standards? Only time will tell.
